HOW DO I PROVE A CONSTRUCTION DEFECT EXISTS?

Question: “How do I prove that a construction defect exists?”

The best way to prove construction defect is through the testimony of an expert. An engineer is the best person to hire. The engineer can come in and can assess the photographs, the status of the situation in the field and then can provide credible testimony to a court regarding the nature of a defect, both in terms of what caused the defect and what remediation will be required to fix the defect. That means that you can use the expert to not only assess liability but also build your case for damages against the party who is responsible for the defective workmanship.

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About the Author

Mr. Schahrer has a diverse professional background including experience working for the Florida State Legislature, the United States Marshals Service headquarters in Washington D.C., and the local non-profit, St. Matthew’s House. He joined Boatman Ricci as a Law Clerk in 2016 and worked with the Firm throughout his time in Law School and then joined the Firm as an Associate Attorney. In his spare time, Mr. Schahrer enjoys training and teaching Martial Arts and spending time with his family in beautiful Naples, FL.